I found two new (to me) artists that will need further investigation, but so far I'm liking them.

Kerli, from Estonia, with her album Love is Dead. One review called the musical style "creepy dollhouse". I played "Walking on Air", and found that description perfectly apt.

Loquat, from California, have been around a while, and I don't know how I missed them. Giving their sophomoric release, It's Yours to Keep, a try. Sort of an American Portishead. As a starter, give "Swingset Chain" a spin.

Even though I got it on release, I hadn't listened to Who Killed Amanda Palmer for a while. It just didn't take with me (I was probably expecting more Dresden Dolls, and that it isn't), but with fresh ears, and new speakers it really shines.

Today's first hour of Performance Today(available on demand for 7 days on their website)featured a hot performance of Carmina Burana by the Montreal symphony. About 2/3rds was included on the program, beginning about 13 minutes into the hour here . Well worth the listen, and I'm sure that I'll listen again over the next few days.